Penlee House is a gallery, museum, cafe and shop. Situated within Penlee Park, a space to reflect and great for family visits.
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Alongside our Exhibition programme we run a variety of community events and workshops. The Newlyn School and Social history galleries change often. Find out what’s on.
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Penlee House is committed to lifelong learning. We run workshops for all age groups and offer a school workshop programme.
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Built in 1865, as the home of the Branwell family. Penlee House is home to many paintings by members of the Newlyn School. It is also home to the Penzance Natural History and Antiquarian Society collection.
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You can search and browse our collections online. We also have a section dedicated to the Newlyn School.
Acc.no: PEZPH : 2011.L6
Item: Roman brooch
Description: Copper alloy Roman brooch with cruciform bow and fantail foot and hinged pin
Condition: Incomplete
Length: 58 mm
Height: Thickness: 21 mm
Width: 58 mm
Material: Copper alloy and enamel
Method: Caste
Period: Roman, c 43 - 200 AD
Category: Archaeology
If you are interested in learning more about this item please contact us and reference "PEZPH : 2011.L6"
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Penlee House is a beautiful art gallery and museum, set within sub-tropical gardens, with a great café.
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Our vibrant exhibition programme celebrates the nationally important art and history of West Cornwall.
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From school visits to family activities, talks and walks, there are plenty of learning opportunities at Penlee House.
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Join the Friends and help Penlee House to maintain its work and enhance its collections.
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